Buying Your Dream Home

We encourage a short meeting to explain the relationship and nature of the services we’ll provide. Understanding this relationship will clearly outline our obligations to each other. At this time we would discuss  search criteria, which is your wish list and desired price range. We can also assist you in pre-qualification for mortgage purposes.

The Search for Your Dream Home

We will launch a detailed search of homes that meet your criteria and new listings will be sent to you as soon as they are listed, often up to twenty-four hours before they are available to the general public.  Since we are plugged in to the Ottawa market, we can often give you a heads-up on any potential new listings. Throughout the process we will address any inquiries or answer questions you may have.  We are always available to show you homes.

Let’s Make an Offer

Time is of the essence!  Once you have found your dream home it will be necessary to act quickly.  As highly skilled agents, we will share our expertise and provide you with honest and straightforward advice and negotiating options.  This will allow you to make a decision with confidence.  After reviewing comparable sales with you, we will prepare your offer to purchase and explain conditions and clauses contained in your offer.  We will present the offer on your behalf, convey negotiations and provide you with professional advice. You will never feel pressured and the decision to decline, reject or accept a counter offer, will always be yours.

The Offer is Accepted

All documents will be forwarded to your mortgage representative for approval.  We recommend booking a building inspection for a time that is convenient for you to attend.  This is an excellent opportunity to familiarize yourself with the property, and potential maintenance that may be required.  Should there be any deficiencies found during the inspection, we will advise you on how best to resolve the issue. We will ensure that all conditions are fulfilled within agreed deadlines, and that documents are forwarded to your lawyer, who will represent you to close the transaction.

Congratulations!

Once all your conditions are fulfilled, the “Sold” sign will go up on your dream home.  It’s a good time to celebrate and start packing!  Peace of mind that you have made a sound investment leads the way to a smooth and successful closing.  You can rely on us to be available to answer any questions throughout the process as we continually strive to deliver the highest level of service.